What do you say during Deepavali?
A traditional Diwali greeting is to say ‘wishing you a Diwali that brings happiness prosperity and joy to you and all your family. ‘
Why is Diwali celebrated Punjabi?
For Sikhs, Diwali is particularly important because it celebrates the release from prison of the sixth guru, Guru Hargobind, and 52 other princes with him, in 1619. The Sikh tradition holds that the Emperor Jahangir had imprisoned Guru Hargobind and 52 princes.
What is Sikh Diwali called?
Sikhs call Diwali as Bandi Chhor Diwas. This is one of the most important festivals in the list of important celebrations for the Sikh community.
What day is Bandi Chhor?
Sikhs remember the release from prison and return to Amritsar of the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind in 1619. The name ‘Bandi Chhor Divas’ means ‘liberation of prisoners day’. This is also celebrated on Saturday 14 November this year.
What is the meaning of Bandi Chhor Divas?
liberation of prisoners day
The name Bandi Chhor Divas means liberation of prisoners day. According to tradition, Guru Hargobind was released from prison in Gwalior and reached Amritsar on Divali.
How do you wish Bandi Chhor Divas?
Bandi Chhor Divas is an important celebration in the Sikh community. Bandi Chhor… Wishing a very happy Bandi Chhor Divas to Sikhs celebrating throughout the capital and around the world. Lakh lakh vadhaiyan!
What comes after dhanteras?
Diwali, the festival of lights continues for five consecutive days – Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdasi, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
What is first day of Diwali called?
The first day, known as Dhanteras, is dedicated to cleaning homes and purchasing small items of gold. Lakshmi is the focus of worship on that day. The second day, called Naraka Chaturdashi or Choti Diwali, commemorates Krishna’s destruction of Narakasura; prayers are also offered for the souls of ancestors.